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LS12 DCX

2012 Honda Insight

White Hybrid electric (clean) 1339cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

159,540 mi
Last recorded159,540 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Honda Insight79,407 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS12 DCX
MakeHonda
ModelInsight
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,339cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 159,540 miles

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2025 154,595 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2024 150,580 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 145,130 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 15 Feb 2023 145,130 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 3 Mar 2022 129,785 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2022 129,785 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 118,776 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 118,538 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 109,267 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 104,755 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2020 104,755 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 99,557 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 89,013 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 79,393 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 67,277 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2018 67,277 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 27 Dec 2017 49,016 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 45,163 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 38,520 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 35,225 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 35,225 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Jan 2016 32,742 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 28,527 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 27,947 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Honda Insight?

Based on 163,630 MOT tests across 10,310 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
7,331
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
10,310
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,289
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 898
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 883
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 600
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LS12 DCX is a 2012 Honda Insight in White with a 1,339cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Honda Insight models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 79,407 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda Insight fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,289 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LS12 DCX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Insight typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Honda Insight is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LS12 DCX registered?

LS12 DCX is a 2012 Honda Insight, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is LS12 DCX safe to buy?

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